Familial adenomatous polyposis
Familial adenomatous polyposis
Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is an autosomal dominant inherited disease, occasionally seen in individuals without a family history. It is characterized by the presence of numerous adenomatous polyps of varying sizes throughout the colorectum. Polyps typically appear around 15 years of age and increase in number with age. Symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, and diarrhea may occur.
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